Construction of Flood Protection Works and Irrigation Channels in Northern Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

This tender invites bids for the construction of flood protection works, irrigation channels, check dams, and canal patrol roads across multiple northern districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa including Swat, Chitral, Dir, Malakand, Shangla, and others. The projects involve civil engineering works such as channel excavation, embankment construction, and road building along river tributaries and flood-prone areas in Swat and adjoining districts. The scope covers diverse terrain and requires contractors to manage site-specific challenges like river flow control and soil stabilization to protect communities from flooding. The department requires contractors registered with the Irrigation Department and holding valid PEC licenses for the 2025-26 financial year in relevant categories (C-5 and above). Bidders must also have renewed registration with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority and maintain active FBR status. The tender emphasizes compliance with PEC codes CE04(ii), CE10, and others, ensuring technical and financial eligibility. Contractors should prepare earnest money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) equal to 2% of the estimated cost and submit bids electronically via the EPADS portal. Submission deadline is set for 4th February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Bidders must upload all required documents including CNIC copies, enlistment certificates, PEC licenses, and financial documents in a single PDF file on the EPADS system. No hard copies except original CDRs are accepted. The office of the Executive Engineer, Swat Irrigation Division-II Matta, serves as the contact point for pre-bid meetings and clarifications. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the bid documents for the exact stamp duty and earnest money requirements, as missing these often leads to disqualification. Also, ensure all uploaded documents are clear and free from overwriting to avoid being marked non-responsive.